Consistent with the requirements of 23 CFR 772 and UDOT's noise abatement policy 08-111, no remaining undeveloped lands located in the city abutting type II projects (freeways and expressways) shall be developed for any use or activity which is incompatible with highway traffic noise levels, unless the development of such lands shall include appropriate noise abatement measures determined necessary and appropriate by the city and UDOT. A use or activity shall be deemed incompatible with highway traffic noise levels when a "traffic noise impact" occurs, as determined under the formula set forth as follows: (Ord. 2015-02, 2-5-2015)
NOISE ABATEMENT CRITERIA
HOURLY A-WEIGHTED SOUND LEVEL - DECIBELS (dB)
HOURLY A-WEIGHTED SOUND LEVEL - DECIBELS (dB)
Leq shows are maximum levels allowed
Activity Category | Leq(H) | Description Of Activity Category |
A | 57 (Exterior) | Lands on which serenity and quiet are of extraordinary significance and serve an important public need and where the preservation of those qualities is essential if the area is to continue to serve its intended purpose |
B | 67 (Exterior) | Picnic areas, fixed recreation areas, playgrounds, active sports areas, parks, residences, motels, hotels, schools, churches, libraries and hospitals |
C | 72 (Exterior) | Cemeteries, commercial areas, industrial areas, office buildings, and other developed lands, properties or activities not included in category A or B above |
D | - | Undeveloped lands (including roadside facilities and dispersed recreation) |
E | 52 (Interior) | Residences, motels, hotels, public meeting rooms, schools, churches, libraries, hospitals and auditoriums |
(Ord. 2012-15, 9-20-2012)